About the Opportunity
We are seeking a skilled and motivated Mechanical Technologist to join our growing Building Mechanical Engineering team in the Greater Ottawa Region. In this role, you will contribute to the design and delivery of mechanical building systems for a variety of institutional, commercial, healthcare, educational, municipal, and mission-critical projects.
Working closely with engineers, project managers, and multidisciplinary teams, you will play a key role in developing high-quality design documentation using AutoCAD and Revit, supporting projects from concept through construction.
Key Responsibilities

Prepare detailed mechanical system drawings and models using Revit and AutoCAD.
Develop HVAC, plumbing, hydronic, fire protection, and mechanical room layouts.
Produce design drawings, plans, sections, schedules, details, and equipment layouts.
Coordinate building mechanical systems with architectural, structural, electrical, and civil disciplines.
Participate in BIM coordination and clash detection activities.
Assist engineers with load calculations, equipment selections, and technical documentation.
Conduct field surveys, site investigations, and verification of existing conditions.
Support contract administration activities, including shop drawing reviews and site visits.
Ensure drawings comply with applicable building codes, standards, and project requirements.




Contribute to project delivery while maintaining quality, schedule, and budget objectives.

Qualifications
Required

Diploma in Mechanical Engineering Technology or equivalent.
A minimum of 7 years of experience in building mechanical engineering consulting.
Strong proficiency with Revit MEP and AutoCAD.
Experience preparing construction documents for building mechanical systems.
Understanding of HVAC, plumbing, and building services engineering principles.
Familiarity with Canadian building codes and industry standards.
Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
Effective communication and collaboration skills.

Assets

Experience working on healthcare, institutional, laboratory, commercial, or government projects.
Knowledge of energy-efficient and sustainable building design practices.
Experience with BIM coordination software (Navisworks or similar).
Membership or eligibility for membership with OACETT or a similar skilled association.

What You'll Bring

A collaborative approach and a passion for quality design.
Strong technical drafting and BIM modeling capabilities.
Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities simultaneously.
A proactive mindset and commitment to continuous improvement.
Desire to contribute to impactful projects that shape communities across the Ottawa region.

📌 Building Mechanical Engineering Technologist (Ottawa)
🏢 BPA
📍 Ottawa